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Kforce is looking for an entry level Accountant for a growing organization in Leawood, KS. The Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, and other related financial activities. Responsibilities: Performs general cost accounting and other related duties for the organization Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements Maintains the general ledger Codes invoices, sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts, and closes the monthly books Reconciles bank accounts at least monthly, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts Provides outside auditors with assistance; Gathers necessary account information and documents to perform annual audit Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies Coordinates with software vendor to maintain accounting software systems; Recommends updates to enhance the accounting software Manages the purchasing and invoicing system Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures Performs other related duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field, required At least five years of related experience required Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software Ability to correctly prepare tax reports The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.